Are Ginny dolls worth anything?

According to Carchedi, an original hard plastic Ginny doll that sold for $3.95 in the 1950s can today command as much as $250, depending on the condition and model. Doll doctor Edith Garney restores, repairs, restrings, rewigs and re-outfits dolls at the Antique Doll Hospital, 3110 W.

When was the first Ginny doll made?

In the late 1940s, after more than 20 years running this successful small business, Graves introduced her own eight-inch composition doll. By 1951, demand for the miniature fashion doll had grown and Graves renamed the new hard-plastic series “Ginny” dolls, after her oldest daughter, Virginia.

What is a Toni doll?

The beautiful Ideal Toni doll was made by Ideal Toy Company from 1949–1953. She was one of the most successful dolls ever made if you count popularity. The Ideal Toni came in several sizes, from 14″ to 23/24″. This allowed every little girl (or her parent) to choose the size doll they liked best.

How old is a Ginny doll?

Introduced in 1951, Ginny had the height of her popularity during the 1950s, but she is still in production today.

When did they stop making Ginny dolls?

Tonka Corporation made all-vinyl Ginny dolls from 1972 to 1977.

What is Toni doll made of?

Toni is made of all hard plastic and has a jointed body. The earliest dolls have a nylon wig, Their sleep eyes are generally blue but there are other colors too. They have real upper eyelashes, painted lower lashes, a small rosebud painted closed mouth.

What does strung Ginny doll mean?

Painted Lashes and More Some Ginny dolls had painted-on eye lashes, which are denoted to collectors by the letters “PL.” Painted-lash dolls are worth more money than those with molded eye lashes, called “ML.” A “strung” Ginny doll is one that was made prior to those manufactured with the walking mechanism.

What is a Toni doll worth?

Toni dolls with the original clothing, permanent wave and box are sought after by collectors. Your doll would probably be worth about $300 to $350.

Who made the Toni doll?

The beautiful Ideal Toni doll was made by Ideal Toy Company from 1949–1953. She was one of the most successful dolls ever made if you count popularity. The Ideal Toni came in several sizes, from 14″ to 23/24″.